1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Marcos TS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Marcos |
| Model | Lumina | TS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2230 mm |
